Overcoming guilt is often a necessary step in the addiction healing process. Whether it is from broken relationships, bad financial decisions, or something else, many people who have struggled with addiction carry guilt. In this blog, we’ll discuss the importance… Read More ›
Category: Mental Health
Getting in Touch With Your Feelings Through Expressive Arts
There are so many different ways to improve your mental health and emotional wellness. One of the things we love doing at Avalon Malibu is incorporating expressive arts into our client treatment plans. Expressive Arts Art is an excellent way… Read More ›
Understanding Admission Evaluations
A variety of different factors go into finding the right mental health treatment center. One of the most important things to think about is what a facility’s admission evaluations and processes are like. At Avalon Malibu, we have a tried-and-true… Read More ›
Checking on Your Mental Health
At Avalon Malibu, we believe it’s essential to check on your mental health and take care of yourself emotionally. Taking some time to reflect and evaluate how you’re doing can provide you with great insight. How to Check In On… Read More ›
What Can I Expect in a PHP?
A partial hospitalization program (PHP) is a good choice for people who want intensive treatment without going into full residential treatment. If you think that PHP might be the right choice for you, you probably have many questions. Keep reading… Read More ›
Journal Prompts for Improved Mental Health
Did you know that using a journal can improve your mental health? Incorporating different kinds of journaling into your daily routine can be beneficial for a variety of reasons. You may have heard this before, but you may not know… Read More ›
How Overworking May Be a Coping Mechanism
We often pride ourselves on being hard workers, but when is too much work unhealthy? Keeping yourself constantly busy to distract yourself is considered an unhealthy coping mechanism that deserves attention. Discover the negative impacts of being a “workaholic,” both… Read More ›
The Benefits of a Daily Routine
Did you know that having a consistent daily routine can be beneficial for your mental health? In this blog, we’ll discuss some of the benefits you can experience from sticking to a daily routine. We’ll also explore some ways that… Read More ›
Why You Should Track Your Mental Health
There are so many ways to take better care of your mental health. One of the best things you can do is keep track of your symptoms and overall emotional well-being. Tracking Your Mental Health Keeping a record of your… Read More ›
How to Speak With Your Children About Mental Health
As children get older, parents must make many important decisions. One of the most common questions that parents may have is how to speak to their children about various mental health topics. Let’s discuss some appropriate ways you can effectively… Read More ›